Dr. Peter Donnelly is a Professor Emeritus at University of Toronto. He is the founding Director of the Centre for Sport Policy Studies (1999-2021), and was a Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of Toronto. He was born in England where he taught school for several years and then studied for graduate degrees at the University of Massachusetts. His first academic post was at the University of Western Ontario (1976-1979), and he worked at McMaster University (1980-1998) before being recruited to the University of Toronto (1998-2021). His research interests include sport politics and policy issues, sport subcultures, and mountaineering (history). He has published numerous scholarly articles on these and other topics. His books include: three editions of Taking Sport Seriously: Social Issues in Canadian Sport (1997; 2000; 2011), and Inside Sports (1999) and the 1st and 2nd Canadian editions of Sports in Society: Issues and Controversies (both with Jay Coakley, 2004, 2009).

Dr. Hilary Findlay, (LLB, PhD) has spent her professional career working within the Canadian sport system as a lawyer, an advocate, a professor,  and a researcher. Hilary’s work largely focuses on athlete and participatory rights and obligations in the regulation of sport, including organizational fairness and responsibility for the provision of a safe sport environment. Part of the of this inquiry concerns the regulation of national, international and global sport bodies and issues of accountability.

Her most recent work looks at legal liability for maltreatment in social institutions, such as sport organizations. Traditionally, focus has been on the direct actions of the individual wrongdoer who perpetuates such abuse however, there is growing recognition that this approach seriously underestimates the power of the organization in shaping the conduct of individuals, particularly those in positions of authority. From this perspective, Hilary’s current interests relate to the regulatory function of sport organizations, and the sport system at large, in terms of their capacity and capability to address the organizational factors contributing to maltreatment on a system-wide basis.

Marcus Mazzucco, J.D., is an Adjunct Lecturer and Associate (Restricted) Graduate Faculty Member in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Toronto. He is also a lawyer for the Ontario Government. Marcus’ scholarly research focuses on global sports law, international and Canadian sports arbitration, and legal aspects of safe sport.

Dr. Eric MacIntosh is a Professor at the University of Ottawa. His research covers management concepts such as organizational culture, leadership, socialization and development concepts related to shifting the culture of sport in Canada. His research delves into the functioning of the organization and how leadership can form and shape organizational culture which can transmit positively internally and outwardly into the marketplace. He is a North American Society for Sport Management Research Fellow and co-author of Organizational Behaviour in Sport.

Allison Forsyth is a 2 time Olympian and 8 – time Canadian Champion in the sport of Alpine Skiing. Her career now is as a Safe Sport expert, advocate, and professional. Recently named one of Canada’s top 25 Women of Influence, she has started her own organization Generation Safe, focusing on safe sport education for all Canadians. Living through her own sexual abuse in the sport system, Allison became an advocate for change and has used her voice, skills, and passion to lead critical changes in the Canadian sport system. Through education and awareness, Allison aims to make sport a safe, positive place for athletes and coaches of all levels, driven by her experience and her commitment for a better future in sport for all.

Dr. Curtis Fogel is an associate professor and Chair of the Department of Sport Management at Brock University. His research focuses on the intersections of sport, masculinities, gender-based violence, and the law.

Charlene Krepiakevich is passionate about inclusive, safe and healthy, inspired communities. Over the years, she has participated, competed, coached, volunteered and led sport organizations as well as worked in other private, public and non-profit sector organizations to advance her personal passion and commitment. She is most proud of her success in building brands, generating new revenue sources and programs, and engaging communities to advance change and enable progress. She strongly believes in bringing many voices to the table to engage different views to enable sound strategic analysis, design innovative approaches, and make a difference in, and for, communities.

She started her education in storytelling – understanding the important roles words, perspectives, and experiences play in advancing a mission. From a Diploma in Public Relations/Communications, she then pursued studies in business, education, and arts ending with a Master of Arts Degree in Leadership.